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F509 BFL

1989 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,471 mi
Last recorded38,471 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR750F40,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF509 BFL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 38,471 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 38,327 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 38,327 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 38,016 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 38,011 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 13 Mar 2014 37,733 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 377,285 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 36,707 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 35,638 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 34,664 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Aug 2007 31,248 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2007 31,243 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750F?

Based on 69,140 MOT tests across 6,757 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
663
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
6,757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 986
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 851
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 737
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 542
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 416
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F509 BFL is a 1989 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 40,746 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda VFR750F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F509 BFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750F typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Honda VFR750F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F509 BFL registered?

F509 BFL is a 1989 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 31 March 1989.

Is F509 BFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F509 BFL shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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